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Black Models Matter: Challenging The Racism Of Aesthetics And The Facade Of Inclusion In The Fashion Industry, Scarlett L. Newman Jun 2017

Black Models Matter: Challenging The Racism Of Aesthetics And The Facade Of Inclusion In The Fashion Industry, Scarlett L. Newman

Dissertations, Theses, and Capstone Projects

The global fashion market is expanding every day, but often, the global fashion runways do not reflect that reality. On average, black models make up for six percent of models used on the runway during the fashion month calendar. This small percentage is also mirrored in advertisements and editorials featured in popular fashion magazines. In the 1970s, black models were met with great opportunities, and that success trickled down into the 1980s and the 1990s. As the 90s came to a close, top designers opted for an aesthetic that ultimately excluded models of color, but black models beared the brunt …


Ua12/2/1 Fall Fashions, Wku Student Affairs Sep 1976

Ua12/2/1 Fall Fashions, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Fall Fashion issue of the College Heights Herald. This issue contains articles:

  • Halicks, Richard. Corduroy & Flannel can Bring Salvation to Impoverished Student
  • Budde, Neil. Vests Give Suits Flair
  • Eldridge, Pam. Classics Allow Comfort
  • Lee, Renee. Short Cuts Key to Minimal Care
  • Crumpler, David. Men’s Hair Length is Personal Choice
  • Sanders, Linda. Sewing it Yourself Saves Money
  • Fall Put-Ons – Photo Spread
  • Mami, Alfina. Suit Everyday Occasions with Proper Dress
  • Wildman, Judy. Sweater Fashions Vary Ensembles
  • Lee, Renee. Men, Women Favor Similar Coat Styles
  • Wildman, Judy. Accessories Fill the Gaps & Hold Outfit Together
  • Tougher, Mary. Makeup Keeps Tan Glowing …


Ua12/2/1 Spring Fashions, Wku Student Affairs Feb 1976

Ua12/2/1 Spring Fashions, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Special edition of the College Heights Herald regarding fashion.

  • Mami, Alfina. Dresses Turn to Softer, Natural Fabrics to Capture Romantic Mood This Spring
  • McConnell, Winnie. Skirts Accent Style, Femininity
  • Eldridge, Pam. Oriental Look Easternizes Western Styles
  • New Swim Suits to be One-piece
  • Hohman, Pat. European Cut Revives the Three-Piece Suit
  • Wildman, Judy. Brimmed Hats, Scarves Top Off All Spring Outfits
  • Ribar, Richard. Facial Hair Sprouts for a Variety of Reasons
  • Hohman, Pat. A Tattoo of Beauty-Is it a Joy Forever?
  • Ugly Duckling Fails in Swan Lake Debut